A bruised reed He will not break and a dimly burning wick He will not extinguish; He will faithfully bring forth justice.

After Thought

I choose gentleness… Nothing is won by force. I choose to be gentle. If I raise my voice may it be only in praise. If I clench my fist, may it be only in prayer. If I make a demand, may it be only of myself.

These things I have spoken to you so that My joy may be in you, and that your joy may be made full.

After Thought

True friends are an encouraging echo of the truths of Christ. As Chuck Swindoll so wonderfully stated, "I cannot even imagine where I would be today were it not for that handful of friends who have given me a heart full of joy. Let's face it, friends make life a lot more fun